CA AB647

Abandoned recreational vehicles.

Passed House Mark Gonzalez (D)
Plain English Summary

CA AB647 addresses the issue of abandoned recreational vehicles (RVs) in California. The bill amends existing laws to provide clearer guidelines on how these vehicles can be handled and removed. This aims to help local governments manage abandoned RVs more effectively and reduce their impact on communities.

At a Glance

CA AB647 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Mark Gonzalez (D), currently “Passed” since September 30, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 37 of them sponsored by Mark Gonzalez.

The key recorded vote (Senate, August 20, 2026) ended 39–0 and passed.

Supporters Say

Supporters of CA AB647 argue that the bill is a necessary step towards enhancing community safety and cleanliness. By providing local authorities with better tools to deal with abandoned RVs, the bill helps protect neighborhoods and supports responsible vehicle ownership.

Critics Say

Critics of CA AB647 may argue that the bill could lead to the unjust removal of individuals living in their RVs, potentially displacing vulnerable populations. They might also express concerns about the costs associated with enforcing the new regulations and the potential for increased penalties.

Legislative Votes
Special Consent AB647 Mark González By Arreguín
Senate · Aug 20, 2026
Passed
39
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass
Senate · Aug 13, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · Jun 22, 2026
Passed
6
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Jun 9, 2026
Passed
6
YEA
0
NAY
AB 647 Mark González Assembly Third Reading
A · Jan 26, 2026
Passed
68
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass
A · Jan 22, 2026
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jan 12, 2026
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Local Government]
A · Apr 24, 2025
Passed
8
YEA
2
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does CA AB647 do?

CA AB647 addresses the issue of abandoned recreational vehicles (RVs) in California. The bill amends existing laws to provide clearer guidelines on how these vehicles can be handled and removed. This aims to help local governments manage abandoned RVs more effectively and reduce their impact on communities.

How did the vote on CA AB647 go?

The key recorded vote (Senate, August 20, 2026) ended 39–0 and passed.

What is the status of CA AB647?

CA AB647 is currently “Passed” in the California legislature.

Who sponsored CA AB647?

Mark Gonzalez (D) sponsored CA AB647.